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PM invites lawmakers, party chiefs for in-camera briefing on regional conflict
- Opposition leaders urged to prioritise national interest.
- Law minister says PM Shehbaz to give in-camera briefing.
- Achakzai suggests expanding briefing to entire parliament.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has invited parliamentary leaders and heads of political parties for a briefing on the regional situation, the PM’s adviser Rana Sanaullah said on Tuesday.
Speaking to the media in Islamabad, he said the meeting will be held tomorrow at 11:30am to discuss domestic and regional security amid Pakistan’s response to the Afghan Taliban regime’s provocative actions along the border and the conflict in the Middle East.
“We have come to invite opposition leaders and party heads on the instructions of the prime minister,” Sanaullah said.
He said that opposition leaders have been asked to offer views beyond partisan considerations.
“Opposition leaders will consult with their colleagues before taking any decisions,” Sanaullah said, emphasising that no side should attach any demands to the meeting.
However, National Assembly Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai suggested the briefing should be expanded to the entire parliament rather than selected members.
“Given the dangerous regional developments, Parliament must be kept fully informed. We will provide our response by tomorrow morning after consulting with our colleagues,” he said.
The scheduling of the briefing comes as tensions in the Middle East spike following joint strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran.
The two countries launched an assault on Tehran on February 28, with US officials saying the military campaign aimed to destroy Iran’s navy and missile capabilities.
Besides the Middle East conflict, Pakistan is also tackling cross-border terrorism originating from Afghanistan.
The Pakistan Armed Forces continue ground and aerial operations under Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, targeting Afghan Taliban elements and Fitna al-Khawarij militants involved in the cross-border incursion.
Security forces launched the operation on February 27 after Afghan Taliban fighters resorted to unprovoked firing along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
Since then, security forces have killed 464 Afghan Taliban fighters, while more than 660 have been injured.
Pakistani forces have destroyed 188 Afghan Taliban checkposts, while capturing 31 posts.
Meanwhile, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said that the prime minister will give an in-camera briefing to the country’s political leaders during the meeting.
He added that Sanaullah has been tasked with extending invitations to the heads of political parties.
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Prince Harry faces unseen threat to Archie, Lilibet: Can’t escape
Prince Harry, who lives in Montecito with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children Archie and Lilibet, is said to be taking all measures to protect his children from an unseen threat.
The Duke of Sussex, 41, still can’t rescue himself from the shadow of a formidable incident that took her mother Princess Diana’s life, leaving him with a life-long trauma.
King Charles’ estranged son has spoken candidly about the enduring pain of his mother’s passing at her prime age. she was just 36.
Now, Harry’s deepest concern is that his and Meghan’s children could one day be drawn into the same celebrity spotlight that preceded Princess Diana’s fatal crash in paris in 1997.
Prince William’s younger brother Harry made the remarks during a public discussion on fatherhood at a Movember charity event in Melbourne, Australia.
Speaking on stage about the period before the birth of his son Archie Mountbatten-Windsor, now six, in 2019, and daughter Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor, four, in 2021, Harry revealed undergoing therapy to address unresolved grief stemming from Diana’s tragic death.
Undoubtedly, Harry’s deep-rooted fear about his own past adds to his worries about his kids.
He’s taking all measures to secure their children from any untoward situation as the spotlight that surrounded Diana is something he has never escaped.
He does not want to live in the fear that his children could also face similar pressures as for Harry, the memory of his mother’s crash isn’t just history. It’s a constant warning.
His biggest fear is that if his children are pulled too far into the celebrity world, they could be exposed to the same dangers that led to his mother’s death, one insider told Radar.
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Lexie Brown denies Klay Thompson cheated on Megan Thee Stallion with her
A WNBA star is setting the record straight about her rumoured involvement in Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s breakup.
Seattle Storm Guard Lexie Brown has shut down rumours that she was the woman with whom Thompson allegedly cheated on the Grammy-winning rapper.
“I’ve seen what’s being said online, and I want to be clear, none of it is true, and I have no involvement in this situation,” Brown, 31, wrote on her Instagram Stories on Sunday, April 26.
The basketball pro added, “This week marks the start of an important and exciting new season for me, and my focus is fully on that.”
Brown’s clarification came amid a viral claim that she had a part to play in the shocking break-up, which came to light over the weekend.
On Saturday, April 25, Megan Thee Stallion — real name Megan Jovon Ruth Pete — announced that she broke up with the NBA star due to his alleged unfaithfulness and inability to commit to her despite being together for almost a year.
“Cheating, had me around your whole family playing house… got ‘cold feet,’” Megan wrote on her Instagram Stories. “Holding you down through all your HORRIBLE mood swings and treatment towards me during your basketball season now you don’t know if you can be ‘monogamous’????” added Megan.
Shortly afterwards, X user @Areyoudvmb alleged that Brown has been “posting on her close friends messages between Klay and her that Klay was telling her his and Megan’s relationship is just for social media.”
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Prince Harry stirs new debate at Palace with bold move: ‘walking liability’
Prince Harry may have not realised the consequences of his words that could have caused some trouble for his father King Charles, who is en route to America for the much-anticipated State Visit for the UK.
It is a long-held tradition for the members of the royal families to maintain a diplomatic stance and not explicitly share their political views in public. Even though the Duke of Sussex is no longer a working member of the royal family, he remains the King’s second son, which means his words holds an impact.
Harry’s speech at the Kyiv Security Forum had sent a message to the United States to “honour its international treaty obligations” given its role in global security. Trump has dismissed the comments when they were brought up, stating that Harry “doesn’t speak for the royals”.
However, experts have urged Harry to practice prudence in sensitive matters and not insert himself in serious geopolitical matters.
“Prince Harry’s Ukraine commentary is a jaw-dropping display of a lack of self-perception that demands a reality check,” royal and foreign policy commentator Lee Cohen told Daily Express.
“Those tied to the Crown—working or otherwise—simply do not wade into partisan geopolitics. Yet here is a man who represents no government or institution, spotlighting himself amid a war, all while clinging to the royal associations that he rejected.”
The expert noted that Harry is turning into a “walking liability” for the royals and it could possibly force the Palace or Parliament to take the necessary action in order to “prevent further damage”.
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